After a year at the helm of Rothwell Corinthians Lee Duffy has stood down as manager. The club wish to thank Lee and his management team for the substantial time and effort they put into running the team. A search is now on to put in place a new manager as quickly as possible. In the meantime, Paul Smith and Frank Ielapi will be coordinating the training of the team in conjunction with the clubs other coaches.
Would moving kids' football to a summer game help improve the development of young footballers?
Yes - better pitches mean a better chance to develop technique/skills
No - wouldn't make any real difference to development
Maybe - but I'd be worried about more injuries on firm pitches
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What would you do to improve the next generation of British footballers?
Youth development has been at the top of the grassroots football agenda lately, so what would you do to help improve the next generation of British talent? Have your say!